30 September 2011

Just because an idea or way of doing things is popular does not mean it is right for everyone. However, part of the way that something becomes popular is that many of us do not take the time to determine what’s right for us; we simply do what most of the people we know are doing. In this way, our decisions about life are made by default, which means they are not what we call conscious decisions. There may be many other options available, but we do not always take the time to explore them.

This may be the result of feeling overwhelmed or pressured by family, peers, and humanity at large, to do things their way, the way things have always been done.

Regardless of the cause, it is important that, as often as we can, we decide for ourselves what to do with our lives rather than just drift along on the current of popular opinion.

24 September 2011

Like us, the sea is ever-changing. And, like us, the earth’s vast oceans appear at a distance to be stable and homogenous. But beneath the mask of solidity that both we and the sea wear, there lies unpredictability, sensitivity, and power. There is much we can learn from the ocean, representative as it is of our inner landscapes.

The rough sounds of the sea’s waves are spiritually soothing, and its salt can purify our physical selves. Yet not everyone has the luxury of living by the shore or even visiting the coastlines where water and land meet. The ocean, however, exists in our conscious minds, put there by images we have seen and descriptions we have read. Wherever we are, we can access that mental image and use it as the starting point from which we can help to heal our emotions by meditating on the sea.

A lot of people feel threatened if they feel they are being asked to question their cherished beliefs or their perception of reality. Yet questioning is what keeps our minds supple and strong. Simply settling on one way of seeing things and refusing to be open to other possibilities makes the mind rigid and generally creates a restrictive and uncomfortable atmosphere. We all know someone who refuses to budge on one or more issues, and we may have our own sacred cows that could use a little prodding.

Being open-minded means that we are willing to question everything, including those things we take for granted.

23 September 2011

Today, Ostara is one of the eight major holidays, sabbats or festivals of Wicca. It is celebrated on the Spring Equinox, which in the northern hemisphere is around the 20th or 21st of March and in the southern hemisphere around the 23rd of September. Its modern revival is linked to some of the oldest traditions of mankind.

03 September 2011

One of the central phrases used within Wicca is the axiom of "Perfect Love and Perfect Trust". The origins of this phase is believed to have come from the Rede of the Wiccae allegedly penned by Lady Gwen Thomson and published in 1975. In the poem, we find the lines:

ABOUT THIS HIGH PRIESTESS

A student of the occult and a seeker of the Mysteries for many years.
An initiate of traditional witchcraft and priestess of the Gods.
A guide to the doorways through which the Mysteries can be obtained.
A prolific writer with essays and author of an increasing number of books.

Monday Night Meditations

Held every Monday evening (except for public holidays) at the Isian Centre of Metaphysics. Develop mindfulness, clarity and inner peace. Suitable for beginners as well as the more experienced. Casual attendance welcome. Recommencing on 5 February 2018.

January: Yemaya Blessing of the Waters

This annual beach side rite held in honour of Yemaya, the Queen of the Rivers and Oceans will be held on, Wednesday, 31 January 2018.

February: Gathering Around the Cauldron

Fortnightly meetings that explore the mysteries of magick, ritual and contemporary Wytchcraft. Suitable for beginners. Commencing Thursday, 1 February 2018.

February: Chakra Balancing and Activation Workshop

A full day workshop that takes you through a personal journey within, exploring how you can balance and activate your own inner power centres (chakras), experience your own energy and power and bring your body, emotions, relationships and creativity into alignment with your soul. (3 February 2018)

March: Making of a Witch's Bottle

Make your own bottle of protection bottle fo your home from the historical use through to moderrn application. This workshop will be held on Sunday, 18 March 2018.

April: The Wytch's Circle

"The Wytch’s Circle" aims to provide participants with indepth information into the beliefs and spiritual practices of contemporary Wytchcraft through the use of ritual, magick, divination and much more. The 2018 intake for "The Wytch's Circle" will be taking place on 5 April 2018 for five weeks.

2018: Full Moon Circles

Together we will gather in a sacred space to discover what the lunar energies will be for the coming month. Through the process of meditation, we will seek clarity and guidance for the coming lunar cycle as well as give thanks to the gifts and insights provided during the previous cycle. The first Full Moon Circle for 2018 will be held 2 March 2018.

Later 2018: Friday Night Archangel Meditations

This series of meditations focus on raising your vibration to connect with one of the 10 Archangels that can be found within the sacred Kabbalah to the sound of a steel tongue drum.

Tarot Card Readings Available

Are you seeking clarity, conformation or direction in any area in your life? If so, then a tarot card reading could offer assistance. I have been reading tarot cards for over 20 years, as well as well versed in other metaphysical studies. Appointments are available at Parafield Gardens.

Past Life Regressions

Past and Present Life Regression is a form of therapy where the practitioner guides you gently back into the time of the root cause of the problem, when it first manifested, whether it be in a previous life time or the time between conception and birth. As a qualified hypnotherapist, I can assist you in recalling your past lives in order to address current day issues or simply for curiosity as to who you were before this life.

"Call of the God" anthology

Click on the image to find out how you can order your own copy of this exciting and unique anthology.

Crafting the Magick and Honouring the Gods

Spiritual House Cleansings

Specifically tailored rituals can be created to help remove stale and unwanted energies from your home as well as unique blessing ceremonies to protect and encourage the attraction of positive energies.

LunaNoire Creations

Handcrafted original crystal bracelets, prayer beads, devotional beaded bottles and worry beads. Many one of a kind items. Custom made for your specific needs. Click on the image to be taken to the LunaNoire Creations etsy store.